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ENERGY EFFICIENT NEW BUILDS by Kent Developer , Berkeley
OVER RECENT YEARS , NEW-BUILD HOMES HAVE GROWN IN APPEAL AMONGST MANY BUYERS , WHICH IS UNSURPRISING WHEN CONSIDERING THEIR MODERN INTERIORS , PRISTINE FINISHES AND ENERGY SAVING FEATURES .
With the cost of living an increasing worry across the UK , energy efficiency is fast becoming the most talked about topic surrounding the UK housing market . Therefore , it comes as little surprise that newbuild homes are grabbing the attention of prospective buyers looking to purchase , but also save on those ever-increasing energy bills .
Across Kent , developer Berkeley is responding to this demand by offering traditionally styled energy efficient new build apartments and houses in a rural , yet well-connected setting , meeting the wish lists of all buyer types .
Hollyfields , located in Royal Tunbridge Wells , is fast becoming an established community offering sought after family homes , coach houses and apartments all with energy saving features included . Here , residents can enjoy modern rural living at its finest . The twobedroom coach houses , three- and fourbedroom homes all feature ample outdoor space and flexible layouts , while the collection of one , two and three bedroom apartments offer a new way to enjoy the Kentish countryside with modern lateral living .
Tunbridge Wells offers a fantastic array of amenities and a train station – from which journeys into London take 44 minutes to London Bridge . Plus , the station is easily accessible via a dedicated residents ’ shuttle bus . Located on the edge of the High Weald , the development is surrounded by greenery - with trim trails , woodlands , and outdoor play areas on the doorstep . Prices start from £ 365,000 for a one-bedroom apartment , £ 437,600 for a two-bedroom coach house and £ 725,000 for a three-bedroom house .
Just a few miles away is Foal Hurst Green in leafy Paddock Wood . Here , three- , four- and five-bedroom homes are set surrounding a nature reserve and a picturesque duck pond and bandstand , with Foal Hurst Wood adjacent .
Each home has been beautifully designed to accommodate modern day living , combining convenient and contemporary layouts with large open-plan spaces . Berkeley is retaining much of the natural landscape including mature trees and hedgerows , providing rich ecological value locally and creating a sense of escape that feels worlds away from the 41 minutes into London Bridge by train from the town ’ s station , located just one mile away . Prices start from £ 495,000 for a threebedroom house .
Launching in early 2023 , Farmstead at Tannersbrook , in the quaint town of Cranbrook , comprises an exclusive gated collection of 28 three- and four-bedroom houses and a five-bedroom farmhouse . Each property is thoughtfully designed to complement the local surroundings , with a high-quality internal specification . Prices will start from £ 630,000 .
Pre-existing woodland and ponds will be retained , alongside three new ponds , children ’ s play area and additional planting . Views extend across the High Weald AONB , with Cranbrook School and the town centre nearby .
For more on Berkeley ’ s new homes across Kent , visit www . berkeleygroup . co . uk / developments / kent .
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